Respiratory Therapy — study plan
King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences College of Applied Medical Sciences
- Credit hours
- 138
- Levels
- 7
- Courses
- 47
- Degree
- bachelor
The Respiratory Therapy study plan at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (7 academic levels), requiring 138 credit hours across 47 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Phase I (Pre-Professional) — Year 1, Semester 1 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 101 | English Communications Skills and Writing I | 5 |
| ENGL 102 | English Language Structures and Drills I | 4 |
| ENGL 103 | English Academic Reading & Vocabulary I | 5 |
| ARBC 101 | Arabic Language Skills I | 2 |
| ISLM 101 | Islamic Culture | 2 |
Phase I — Year 1, Semester 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 111 | English Communications Skills II | 2 |
| ENGL 112 | English Language Structures and Drills II | 2 |
| ENGL 113 | English Academic Reading & Vocabulary II | 4 |
| ARBC 111 | Arabic Language Skills II | 4 |
| BIOL 101 | Biology for Health Sciences | 2 |
| CHEM 101 | Chemistry for Health Sciences | 2 |
| PHYS 101 | Physics for Health Sciences | 2 |
Phase I — Year 2, Semester 1 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 201 | Medical Terminology | 2 |
| ENGL 211 | Advanced English Grammar | 2 |
| ENGL 212 | English Academic Reading & Vocabulary | 5 |
| BIOC 211 | Biochemistry | 4 |
| BIOS 201 | Biostatistics & Introduction to EBM | 2 |
| BHSC 201 | Behavioral Sciences | 2 |
| COMP 201 | Computer Science & Medical Informatics | 3 |
Phase I — Year 2, Semester 2 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PMSC 211 | Anatomy & Physiology | 4 |
| PMSC 212 | Principles of Diseases | 4 |
| PMSC 213 | Basic Pharmacology | 3 |
| ETHC 201 | Medical Ethics and Patient Safety | 2 |
| EDUC 201 | Health Professions Education | 3 |
| REST-INTRO | Introduction to Respiratory Therapy (Introductory Course) | 2 |
| ELEC 201 | Elective Course | 1 |
Phase II (Professional) — Year 3, Semester 1 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| REST 311 | Assessment Skills | 3 |
| REST 312 | Diagnostic Techniques | 2 |
| REST 313 | Intermittent Cardio-respiratory Care | 4 |
| REST 314 | Intermittent Practicum | 3 |
| REST 315 | Respiratory Pharmacology | 1 |
| REST 316 | Respiratory Anatomy & Physiology | 3 |
Phase II — Year 3, Semester 2 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| REST 317 | Intensive Cardio-respiratory Care | 6 |
| REST 318 | Intensive Respiratory Practicum | 6 |
| REST 320 | Critical Care Course | 2 |
| CAMS 411 | Research Methodology I | 2 |
Phase II — Year 4 (Professional Courses) — semester grouping approximate 31 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| REST 411 | Sub-acute Care | 4 |
| REST 412 | Sub-acute Care Practicum | 4 |
| REST 413 | Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care | 3 |
| REST 414 | Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Practicum | 3 |
| REST 415 | Cardio-respiratory Care Management | 2 |
| REST 416 | Cardiopulmonary Diseases | 3 |
| REST 417 | Cardiopulmonary Diseases Practicum | 5 |
| REST 418 | Special Topics | 2 |
| REST 419 | Cardio-respiratory Diagnostic | 1 |
| REST 319 | Cardio-respiratory Care Education | 2 |
| CAMS 412 | Research Methodology II | 2 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Respiratory Therapy
How many credit hours is Respiratory Therapy at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences?
Respiratory Therapy at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences requires completing 138 credit hours to graduate, spread across 47 courses.
How many years is Respiratory Therapy at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences?
The study plan for Respiratory Therapy spans about 4 years (7 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Respiratory Therapy award?
Respiratory Therapy at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 138 credit hours.
Is Respiratory Therapy offered at other universities?
Yes, Respiratory Therapy is offered at at least 8 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.